Basket
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Nathan Hale
American, 1755 - 1776
MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1760-1775
MediumWicker-woven sticks, with glass and newspaper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 20 1/2 x 15 1/4 x 9 3/4in. (52.1 x 38.7 x 24.8cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Chauncey Howard
DescriptionTall, oval camp basket made of woven sticks. The handle goes over the top, across the narrow width of the basket. The basket is divided into two sides on the interior, each one lined with hay. On one side, the remains of a broken bottle were found. The shape of the basket seems to indicate that is was used to hold wine or liquor bottles.
Object number1844.14.0
NotesResearch Notes: Probably a house piece rather than for military use. French 18th century wine bottle. (Troiani 3/23/2000)Historical Note: Two scraps of old newspaper were found in the basket. When pieced together, they recount the story of John Paul Jones' spyglass. (Craughwell-Varda 3/2000)
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1860-1870
